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For my green smoothies I often like to use:
--One type of dark green leafy vegetable(spinach, kale, collards, swiss chard, beet greens, arugula, yu choy, watercress, etc.)
--Parsley (you could use any green herb with a high nutrient content but parsley is readily available at every market)
--One type of relatively acidic fruit (Tangerines are my favorite but any citrus works, as well as pineapple, mango, etc.)
--One type of sweet fruit (frozen banana is definitely my favorite; also apple, pear, berries, grapes with seeds, etc.)(I only use fresh produce that I've personally froze myself; bags of frozen fruit are different than fresh produce.)
--Flax and/or Chia Seeds (1-2 Tbsp. in any combination)
--Fresh coconut (optional)(according to taste - if you don't have fresh, a small amount of coconut oil/butter l can be used)
--Water (to achieve desired consistency)

In my opinion that is a solid base for your green smoothies. Other ingredients I often add include green cabbage, lettuce, celery, ground maca root, different types of seaweed, and various other fruits.
I don't like adding ice because it thins out the smoothie too much. Instead just freeze your sweet fruit and add it to the blender last, making sure not to over-blend. Coconut and Chia will also add thickness. Green Smoothies taste best when they are freshly made. Drink to your health!



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